For most licence applications, if there are no objections from the public or opposition from the reporting authorities (Police, the Medical Officer of Health, and the Council's Licensing Inspector), applications can be granted by the chairperson without the need for a public hearing.

The public can object to an application for an alcohol licence if they have an interest greater than the public in general.

When dealing with temporary authorities, or other applications in which there are objections or opposition, the full District Licensing Committee must sit with a quorum of three. These will generally be public hearings.

Notice of Hearings

Information on upcoming public hearings of the District Licensing Committee are listed below.

Annual Reports of the District Licensing Committee

The annual reports of the operation of the District Licensing Committee are available by clicking the links below.